I will honestly say that fishing and Heroes on the Water saved my life…

Alternative wellness programs for veterans, first responders and their families.

Support Heroes on the Water

I will honestly say that fishing and Heroes on the Water saved my life…

Alternative wellness programs for veterans, first responders and their families.

Support Heroes on the Water

Camaraderie with Kindred Spirits

Our volunteer-led events come at no charge to veterans, first-responders and their family members. Discover the community you have been missing at a local event.

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Dedicated Community

Our programs are carried out by dedicated volunteers across the country who want to make a difference in their local communities and in the lives of our heroes.

Volunteer

Wellness in the Outdoors

Our veterans and first responders deserve the peace they fight so hard to maintain for us. Every donation gives our heroes and their families the opportunity to experience healing.

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PADDLE. FISH. HEAL.

PADDLE. FISH. HEAL.

It’s more than just a tagline, it’s what we do.

Heroes on the Water is a 501(c)3 established in 2007. Over the years we have successfully applied a simple solution to a complex issue surrounding the wellness of physical and mental health of our veterans and first responders, bringing our participants much needed peace and healing.